The Nature of Plasma Spraying
Robert B. Heimann
Abstract
By its nature, plasma spraying is a rapid solidification process in which finely powdered material injected into a plasma jet is almost instantly melted and propelled with high velocity, created by a strong magnetohydrodynamic force against a suitable surface [...]
Topics & Concepts
PlasmaMagnetohydrodynamic driveJet (fluid)Materials scienceThermal sprayingMagnetohydrodynamicsMechanicsNanotechnologyPhysicsNuclear physicsCoatingLaser-induced spectroscopy and plasmaHigh-Temperature Coating BehaviorsElectrohydrodynamics and Fluid Dynamics